1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Avensis | i20 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2525 mm |
